The United States was founded in 1776. The 13th Amendment was passed in 1865. Your constant anti-American propaganda is tiresome and monotonous. Perhaps youd like to enlighten us on the history of slavery in Canada, where it was practiced for many years by your indigenous peoples, among others. But I dont suppose youd read about that in the NYT.

You really should try reading something else once in awhile Mr Brown. You might broaden your mind a bit.

Nothing the government gives you is free.